The Benefits of Regular Physical Activity

• Reduces the risk of premature death
• Reduces the risk of dying from heart disease
• Reduces the risk of developing diabetes
• Reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure
• Helps reduce blood pressure in people who already have high blood pressure
• Reduces the risk of developing colon cancer
• Reduces feelings of depression and anxiety
• Helps control weight
• Helps build and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints
• Helps older adults become stronger and better able to move about without falling
• Promotes psychological well-being
• Enhances self-image
• Reduces stress
• Increase energy
• Reinforces other positive lifestyle changes, such as a healthy diet and smoking cessation
• Stimulates creative thinking